Hiking with Acheron Outdoors
Acheron Outdoors invites you to walk the legendary path "Tzavelena's staircase – Plateau of Souli - Kougi" and get to know the heroic Souli, one of the most historic regions of Greece!
Our hiking starts from the village Glyki at the springs of the Acheron river, at the location "Tzavelena's staircase" (40 m altitude). At a distance of 300 meters from our meeting point, we pass through the tunnel of "Tzavelena's staircase" and after a few minutes’ walk we meet the observatory. Here we enjoy the panoramic view of the imposing Acheron river and the majestic rocky mountains of Souli. About 45 minutes into our hiking route we reach the modern bridge of Acheron, as well as the traditional arched bridge, known as the Dala bridge. There huge plane trees grow along the riverbed and the ruins of an old watermill are preserved. As the path ascends towards the plateau of Souli, we find low shrubby vegetation such as holly, oregano, thyme and asfaka, while the woody vegetation is sparse, consisting mainly of oaks. Only at one point towards the end of our ascent, 15 minutes before Samoniva, the path passes through a dense forest with plane trees, sycamores and arias. After 2 – 2.5 hours of walking, we meet the first village of Souli, Samoniva and a few meters further up the historic Kougi (600 m altitude), where we finish our ascent. The return back to the village of Glyki is carried out by the same route, with the only difference, being that at the end of our hiking, we go through the external path around the tunnel. The view from the top is breathtaking!
And don't forget! We hike "traditionally", by holding in one hand the traditional wooden shepherd's cane! A unique experience not to be missed!
Points of interest:
- Tzavelena's Staircase.
- Observatory.
- Old watermill.
- Dala Bridge.
- Castle of Souli (Kiafa).
- Kougi with the Monastery of Saint Paraskevi (holocaust 1803).
- Parliament of Souli.
- Wells of Souli.
- Ruins of the historic settlement of Souli.
- Folklore Museum of Souli.
- House of the legendary warlord Lambros Tzavellas in Souli.
Route characteristics:
- Length of the route: 15 km.
- Duration of activity (total time of ascent and descent from the same route, including breaks): 5 – 5,5 hours.
- Altitude difference: 460 m.
- Degree of difficulty: Α - Easy hiking route suitable for beginners.
Participation requirements:
- Basic physical condition.
- Mental and physical health.
- 7 years or older (minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian).
- No previous experience is required.
Inclusions:
- Program planning, organization and implementation.
- Professional Instructors of Acheron Outdoors - Holders of a valid First Aid Certificate.
- Taxes.
- Snack and drink.
- Traditional shepherd's cane.
Exclusions:
- Anything is not mentioned above.
Equipment needed:
- Sports shoes suitable for walking or hiking boots.
- Sports clothing according to the weather conditions.
- Sunscreen.
- Sunglasses.
- Hat.
- A second change of clothes (in case you will get sweaty).
- A bottle of water.
- Backpack.
- Camera (optional).
- Towel.
- Swimwear.
- Waterproof poncho.
Availability – Operating hours – Prices:
- Upon communication, 3 days before the activity – Only during the summer months.
- Meeting time: 8:00.
- End of activity: 13:00 - 13:30.
- Cost of participation: 50 euros/person.
- Minimum number of participants: 5 persons.
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